A Yale University study found that community activism and social capital directly impact the delivery of mental health services to homeless people. Community residents with high levels of trust and cooperation are more likely to be housed in stable settings.
Researchers at Brookhaven Lab and DuPont have developed a new class of catalysts that can accelerate the removal of oxygen from plant-derived compounds, converting them into alcohols for industrial use. The goal is to produce 25% of DuPont's revenues in 2010 from renewable raw materials.
A Yale gastroenterologist has received a $1 million grant to study infectious diseases in developing countries. The grant will support collaborative research on improved oral rehydration solutions for diarrheal diseases, which are common causes of death among children worldwide.
A study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry found significant gender-related differences in the characteristics of male and female gamblers who called a helpline. Female gamblers were more likely to report non-strategic, less interpersonal forms of gambling and receiving mental health treatment.
A nationwide clinical trial found that a dietary supplement of antioxidants and zinc significantly reduces the risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and its associated vision loss. The supplements reduced the risk of AMD progression by 19% in those with intermediate AMD.
A study of 754 older adults found that 76.6% reported restricted activity and women had higher rates than men. The research highlights the need for preventive interventions to improve health and functional status in older women.
Hopkins researchers found that parkin, aS and synphilin interact, with mutations disturbing this interaction leading to Lewy body formation and nerve cell death. Understanding these interactions may help identify targets for new treatments.